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How is cognitive behavior therapy applied to help people with bulimia nervosa?

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How is cognitive behavior therapy applied to help people with bulimia nervosa?

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In cognitive behavior therapy, treatment focuses on cognitive aspects (thoughts) and behaviors. In the cognitive component, the person with bulimia nervosa is helped to examine thoughts that are connected to the disorder, to challenge irrational thoughts and thinking styles, and to develop new ways of thinking about topics such as body shape and weight and self-esteem. The behavioral component addresses the person’s day to day behavior and helps to make gradual adjustments in eating and other relevant areas. CBT has been found to be an effective treatment for most people with bulimia nervosa and studies have shown that its positive effects continue for years after treatment.

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